Extracurricular Activities
Attending Co-op Academy North Manchester is about more than just learning in the classroom.
"Leaders plan an extensive range of extracurricular activities and clubs for pupils. These comprehensively cater for pupils’ wider academic, cultural, artistic and sporting interests. These activities also include events which open their eyes to the world in which they live and the difference that they can make in it."
School is about much more than the curriculum. It’s where you find your spark, meet your people, and discover talents you didn't even know you had. At Co-op Academy North Manchester, we’re proud of our packed extracurricular calendar, and we want everyone to be a part of it.
We encourage every pupil to take part in at least one extracurricular activity.
We run many clubs every day before school, at lunchtime and after school. If you have an interest, there's probably a club for it. From singing in the choir, enjoying sporting activities, or studying it up with friends in the History Club, there's an opportunity for everyone to go beyond the curriculum.
The homework hub is also open every day after school, where a range of resources are available to support learning and work with your friends.
You can download the full extracurricular activities brochure for 2025/6 at the bottom of this page.
"We enjoy basketball because it’s healthy and benefits your body. We especially love the teamwork involved.”
Year 9 pupil, Girls Basketball
“It’s really enjoyable and interesting. We learn something new every week.”
Year 8 pupil, Science Club
“I love Drama Club because acting feels like I’m a different person. It feels like I can escape for a while.”
Year 10 pupil, Drama Club
“I enjoy netball because it is important for fitness and to spend time with friends. You get to do something you love with the people you love. I also get to teach the younger Year 7 pupils netball and get to know them.”
Year 11 pupil, Netball
“It’s fun, and you can learn a new skill every week. You get to play matches against other schools and meet new friends.”
Year 7 pupil, Netball
“I really enjoyed our first Duke of Edinburgh practice walk. It allowed me to learn new skills such as map reading. I also got to know the members of my group and speak to different people who I wouldn’t normally speak to. I am looking forward to the next adventure.”
Year 10 pupil, Duke of Edinburgh Award
“Cookery Club is the best club in the Academy. I love making anything with chocolate and so does my dad!”
Year 8 pupil, Cookery Club
“I like Orienteering Club because Orienteering is a very useful and fun skill. Our club makes sure that we understand key skills like map reading and using a compass, allowing us to apply these skills in different situations.”
Year 8 pupil, Orienteering Club
Even More Extracurricular Offers
We encourage every pupil to join at least one club, though most of our pupils find they can’t pick just one!
Whether you're into sports, coding, or the arts, clubs are the best way to:
- Learn specialised skills that will stay with you long after you leave school;
- Meet new friends who share your interests;
- Show colleges and employers your drive and commitment;
- Meet the experts and hear from inspiring guest speakers;
- Take part in unique workshops, from STEM challenges to Debate Mate;
- Explore the community on school trips;
- Compete to take home trophies and certificates;
- Perform in music, dance and drama events.